Utah State University Business Services seeks a Business Manager I for the College of Veterinary Medicine.  The incumbent will provide day-to-day financial management, analysis, and operational support for a department, program, or small unit within a college or division.  This position reports to a Financial Officer.  They will serve as a key financial advisor to a department head or unit financial manager. The role supports budgeting, grants, forecasting, reporting, and compliance activities; ensures the accuracy of financial transactions, monitors expenditures, and contributes to financial planning to support the unit’s mission and strategic goals. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. U.S. work authorization is required for the duration of employment.  

Budgeting & Forecasting (20%)

• Prepare and monitor departmental budgets and spending plans under guidance of financial operations leadership.
• Track revenues, expenditures, and commitments to ensure fiscal responsibility and adherence to approved budgets.
• Assist in forecasting financial needs and variances to inform planning and decision-making.
• Provide budgeting assistance to the department or unit leader with short and long-term planning.

Financial Analysis & Reporting (25%)

• Perform financial analyses to support unit operations and funding decisions.
• Provide regular financial reports that provide a clear picture of the department or unit’s financial health.
• Reconcile accounts and ensure data integrity and update financial records.
• Identify discrepancies and coordinate corrections in collaboration with finance and accounting teams.

Compliance & Transaction Oversight (35%)

• Advise the department or unit financial managers on relevant laws, regulations, or policies that may impact the use of funding and/or financial operations.
• Review purchasing, payroll, and travel transactions for accuracy, allowability, and allocability on the funding source.
• Maintain internal records and documentation for audit readiness.
• Review of contracts, grants, and agreements to ensure alignment of the department or unit’s budget and availability of funding.

Customer Service & Collaboration (20%)

• Serve as the primary financial contact for assigned departments and programs.
• Provide guidance on financial procedures, budget use, and transaction processes.
• Participate in Finance department meetings and training to stay current on policies and tools.
• Proactively meet and review activity, at least every three months, with financial managers and other stakeholders and make necessary adjustments.

Minimum Qualification:

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, business administration, economics, or related field plus one year of experience; OR an equivalent combination of experience and education.  

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting standards.
• Familiarity with budget management and expense tracking practices.
• Proficiency in financial systems, spreadsheets, and data entry tools.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in financial record keeping.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to interpret and apply financial policies and procedures.
• Strong organizational and time management skills to handle multiple tasks.
• Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and stakeholders.

Along with the online application, please attach:

1. Resume/CV to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under “Resume/CV”
2. Names and contact information for 3 professional references to be entered in the Candidate Profile at the beginning of the application
3. Cover Letter to be typed/pasted at the end of your application

**Document size may not exceed 10 MB.**

Employees work indoors and are protected from weather and/or contaminants, but not, necessarily, occasional temperature changes.  The employee is regularly required to sit and often uses repetitive hand motions.

The Business Manager I will be joining the College of Veterinary Medicine (CVM) at an exciting point of transformation. In 2022 the state of Utah approved the creation of a full four-year Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree program at USU. The CVM has received approval through its accrediting agency, the American Veterinary Medical Association Council on Education, to admit its inaugural class of 40 students in the fall of 2025, and cohorts of 80 veterinary students in subsequent years. The new college is the only veterinary medical education program in Utah. The CVM is dedicated to providing top-tier education and training to the next generation of veterinarians. Our program emphasizes hands-on learning, innovative teaching methods, and a commitment to excellence in veterinary care. Join our dynamic team and contribute to shaping the future of veterinary medicine.

As Utah’s student-centered, land-grant research university, Utah State University expands opportunity and strengthens communities across the state through learning, discovery, extension, and engagement. Founded in 1888, USU now holds two Carnegie distinctions: R1 status for very high research activity and the Carnegie Community Engagement Classification. Its innovative research and scholarship is grounded in reciprocal partnerships with local, regional, and global communities, advancing knowledge and serving the public good across Utah, the nation, and the world. With over 50 world-class research facilities and the nation’s second-oldest undergraduate research program, USU prepares students to become active, civically engaged leaders who can address critical societal challenges.

USU enrolls over 29,800 students, both online and in person at locations throughout the state. Utah State’s 30 locations include a main campus in Logan, Utah, residential campuses in Price and Blanding, and six additional statewide campuses, along with education centers serving every county. USU educates students from all 50 states and more than 80 countries. For over 100 years, USU Extension has served and engaged Utahns, serving every county in the state.

Competing at the NCAA Division I level in 16 sports, USU is a proud member of the Pac-12 Conference, which it joined July 1, 2026. The Aggies capped a historic final season in the Mountain West by capturing nine combined regular-season and tournament titles in 2025-26, with five teams advancing to postseason play. This tradition of excellence extends to the classroom, where 232 student-athletes earned academic honors, and to the community, where USU ranked second nationally in Division I service hours, with nine teams placing in the top 10 for community service.

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*updated 10/26

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*updated 08/2026